Grow in Your Faith: Resource Hub

By swcelt in Canvas, Uncategorized

Welcome to the Grow in Your Faith: Resource Hub!

This page is your starting point to deepen your spiritual journey at Concordia University and beyond. On this page you will find a collection of resources—including information about the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS), campus chapel live stream, and campus ministry information—alongside external tools like digital Bibles. Whether you’re seeking connection, inspiration, or practical support, this hub is designed to meet you where you are and help you grow in faith. Explore at your own pace, and know that you’re supported every step of the way!

The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS)

Concordia University is affiliated with The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. Visit the LCMS websiteLinks to an external site. to find a wide range of resources. Below are some resources to help you learn more!

Concordia University Resources 

Concordia University Wisconsin and Ann Arbor offer a wide variety resources and opportunities to grow in your faith. Take a few minutes to explore the resources specific to each campus. 

Accessing the Bible

Engaging with scripture is an important part of growing in faith. Below are a few electronic resources to access the bible. (NOTE: Please keep in mind these are third-party resources that are not managed or supported by CUWAA.) 

Growing Together 

In every course, you have the opportunity to grow in faith together by supporting one another in prayer and praising God’s divine work. Please use the Pray & Chat discussion board in your course to post prayer requests and praise reports as well as offer prayers for your classmates. 

VoiceThread Timeline and Suggestions for Transition

By swcelt in Canvas, CELT Newsletter

Hello,

As we wrap up the spring semester, I want to share an important update regarding instructional tools moving forward.

VoiceThread will be accessible until May 8, 2026 at 11:59 P.M. The 2026 spring semester is the final term in which VoiceThread assignments will function. We recognize this has been a valuable tool across many programs, and we appreciate the thoughtful ways it has been used to support student engagement.

To ensure continuity, we are asking all Program Directors to transition any existing VoiceThread assignments to Canvas recording features within Discussions, Assignments, etc. Canvas provides built-in options for video and audio recording that can support similar types of interaction and assessment.

We recommend reviewing your courses ahead of the next term to identify any VoiceThread activities and update them accordingly. Here is a video explaining how to replace VoiceThread assignments in Canvas. For written instructions, see below.

If you need assistance converting assignments, please submit a support ticket to Canvas@cuw.edu. Thank you for your continued partnership and for all the work you do to support your students.

Thank you,

Mary Buenz

Quick Conversion Guide

Here are a few common ways to replace VoiceThread activities using Canvas tools:

1. VoiceThread Discussions → Canvas Discussions with Media Recording

  • Create a Discussion in Canvas
  • Provide clear, concise instructions to guide students in completing the initial discussion prompt and peer responses
  • In the Rich Content Editor, select Record/Upload Media
  • Ask students to record an initial post video and reply to peers using video (they can use the same tool)

2. VoiceThread Presentations → Canvas Assignments with Media Submission

  • Create an Assignment in Canvas
  • Set submission type to Online → Media Recordings or File Uploads
  • Students can record directly in Canvas or upload a video presentation

3. Slides + Narration

  • Faculty or students can:
    • Upload slides and record narration using Canvas media tools, or
    • Record a presentation externally (e.g., PowerPoint recording) and upload it

Tips

  • Completely remove any existing VoiceThread assignments from your course content
  • Keep discussion and assignment prompts clear and concise to guide student responses
  • Consider using grading rubrics to support consistency
  • Test the recording feature from the student view before publishing

Canvas Introductory Session via Zoom

By swcelt in 2024-2025 CUW Program, Canvas

If you were unable to attend our on-campus Intro to Canvas trainings, join the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) for an evening session via Zoom. This hour-long training, which includes a Q&A, is perfect for adjunct faculty who couldn’t attend the in-person sessions, or anyone looking to enhance their Canvas skills. 

March 18th from 7:00-8:00 pm

Recording Link: https://cuwaa.zoom.us/rec/share/ZvLCVt32MiSppgces4sarf_XQyz8bJdKA8zzbFfyGmQbhMDw4mRn0gRsYqynHOA7.Ft2EGQV5B_DWlSif

Canvas Lunch & Learn – Modules, Course Organization, Assignments, Blackboard v. Canvas, Due Dates

By swcelt in 2024-2025 CUW Program, Canvas

Join the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) team for training and worktime in Canvas, our new Learning Management System.  The hour includes a brief presentation on modules, course organization, assignments, Blackboard v. Canvas, and due dates in Canvas.

Canvas Lunch & Learn – Modules, Course Organization, Assignments, Blackboard v. Canvas, and Due Dates Session Recording

Session Slides

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